A DMU Open Day gives you the chance to explore our campus, meet lecturers and current students, discover more about your course and find out what student life in Leicester is really like. Whether you're comparing universities or narrowing down your choices, an Open Day can help you decide if DMU is right for you.
Make the most of your day
- Book your place
- Plan your journey
- Review your Open Day Guide
- Decide which talks you'd like to attend
- Attend your course talk
- Explore accommodation
- Take a campus tour
- Speak to current students
- Visit the Careers Hub
What should I bring to an Open Day?
- Comfortable shoes
- Questions about your course
Don't worry about water, we have you covered.
How long should I stay?
Most visitors spend between three and five hours on campus, depending on how many talks and tours they attend.
Can I bring my parents?
Absolutely, bring a parent, guardian or friend if you'd like company. All guests are welcome and can explore campus alongside you.
Will I meet current students?
Yes. Student ambassadors are available throughout the day to answer questions about studying and living at DMU whether it's in our accommodations or in the course taster sessions.
Schedule
Arrive and check in
From 9:00am
After booking, you’ll receive your digital Open Day Guide with the full timetable of talks and tours. When you arrive, check in at the Welcome Talk or any faculty building, where our student ambassadors will help you register.
Start with the Welcome Talk with our VC
9:25–10:00am
Find out what makes DMU different, how the day works, and what support is available throughout your university journey.
Explore your course
All day
Attend subject talks and taster sessions, meet your lecturers, and ask questions about modules, placements and career opportunities.
Tour the campus
9:00am–2:30pm
See teaching spaces, specialist facilities, workshops, study areas and the places you’ll use every day as a DMU student.
Visit accommodation
All day
Explore student accommodation, compare room types and envision yourself living here. Should you have any questions either ask them during the tour, or at our Accommodation Hub in the campus centre.
Talk careers and placements
All day in the Hugh Aston building
Visit the Careers Hub to learn about placements, internships and the support available while you study and after you graduate.